menstruation

[ men-stroo-ey-shuhn, -strey- ]

noun

1. the periodic discharge of blood and mucosal tissue from the uterus, occurring approximately monthly from puberty to menopause in nonpregnant women and females of other primate species.
2. the period of menstruating.

menstruation

/ ˈmɛnstrʊəs; ˌmɛnstrʊˈeɪʃən /

noun

1. the approximately monthly discharge of blood and cellular debris from the uterus by nonpregnant women from puberty to the menopause Also calledmenses Nontechnical nameperiod

menstruation

/ mĕn′stro̅o̅-ā′shən /

1. The monthly flow of blood from the uterus beginning at puberty in girls and other female primates.
2. Also called menses
3. See also menstrual cycle

menstruation

1. The periodic discharge of the blood -enriched lining of the uterus through the vagina . Menstruation marks the end of one menstrual cycle and the beginning of another.

Derived Forms

• menstruous, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of menstruation¹

First recorded in 1770–80; menstruate + -ion

Example Sentences

But in a country where conversation on menstruation still comes with stigma and taboo, menopause awareness is lagging.

From BBC

Probably most Americans would say: Not people who want to monitor your menstruation.

From Slate

Jo Atkins Potts, from the charity Bloody Good Period, said she welcomed the policy reversal, but hoped for a world where "menstruation is openly discussed respected and supported".

From BBC

Endometriosis is a gynaecological condition associated with menstruation where tissue similar to the lining of the womb is found in other areas of the body, including the fallopian tubes, pelvis, bowel, vagina and intestines.

From BBC

Every menstruation is a testament to it.

From Slate